Ed Bradley Journalism Fellowship 2026 at NYU: Fully Funded Summer Workshop for U.S. College Journalists (June 8–14, 2026)

The Ed Bradley Journalism Fellowship 2026 at New York University’s Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute is now accepting applications for its prestigious summer workshop taking place from June 8–14, 2026 in New York City.

Organized in partnership with the Dow Jones News Fund, this fully funded, one-week intensive journalism training program brings together 20 outstanding U.S. college students for immersive mentorship, newsroom exposure, and hands-on multimedia reporting experience.

The deadline to apply is March 15, 2026.

This fellowship is designed to address one of the most pressing equity gaps in American journalism: the under-representation of African-American males in newsrooms across the country.

About the Ed Bradley Journalism Fellowship

Named in honor of legendary journalist Ed Bradley, the fellowship aims to:

• Identify and address the under-representation of Black men in journalism

• Strengthen pathways into newsrooms

• Build equitable representation in media

• Cultivate diverse allies committed to newsroom equity

While the program’s mission centers on increasing representation of Black males in journalism, the fellowship welcomes all U.S. college students who appreciate and support this mission, regardless of identity or background.

The program emphasizes the importance of diverse allies in effecting meaningful and lasting structural change in media institutions.

Program Dates and Location

Fellowship Dates:
June 8–14, 2026

Location:
New York University
Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute
New York City, NY

Participants will live in NYU dorms in Manhattan’s East Village during the workshop.

What Makes This Fellowship Unique?

The Ed Bradley Fellowship is not just a workshop — it is a gateway into the professional journalism ecosystem.

Participants will:

• Receive intensive training from NYU faculty and visiting professionals

• Visit prestigious New York newsrooms

• Engage directly with top journalists and newsroom executives

• Produce original multimedia reporting

• Join the Dow Jones News Fund professional network

In previous cohorts, students met professionals from:

• The New York Times

• CNN

• Dow Jones

• The Wall Street Journal

• ESPN

• Slate

• CBS New York

• ProPublica

• MSNBC

• NBC News

Why Apply to the Ed Bradley Journalism Fellowship?

This fellowship is ideal for students who:

• Aspire to work in journalism or media

• Want hands-on newsroom exposure

• Seek mentorship from leading journalists

• Care about representation and equity in media

• Want fully funded access to professional journalism training

It provides early-career acceleration and a powerful professional network.

Fully Funded Program Benefits

The Ed Bradley Journalism Fellowship 2026 is fully funded for all selected participants.

Covered Costs Include:

• Program instruction

• Housing at NYU

• Meals

• Transportation costs to attend the workshop

This ensures economic diversity and equal access to opportunity.

There are no program fees for admitted students.

What Fellows Will Experience

1. Intensive Journalism Training

Participants will receive hands-on instruction in:

• Reporting

• News writing

• Multimedia journalism

• Story pitching

• Interviewing techniques

• Editorial development

Students will become “Backpack Reporters,” developing and producing their own stories.

2. Multimedia Publishing

Participants will:

• Produce original multimedia stories

• Publish their work on the program’s website and social media channels

• Receive professional editorial feedback

3. Industry Networking

Students will:

• Visit leading newsrooms in New York City

• Build relationships with top journalists

• Gain mentorship from industry leaders

• Expand their professional network through the Dow Jones News Fund

4. Immersive Campus Life Experience

Participants will:

• Live in NYU dormitories

• Experience New York City journalism culture

• Engage in collaborative learning with a competitive national cohort

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, candidates must:

• Be U.S. college students

• Have completed their freshman year by Summer 2025

• Support the mission of increasing representation of Black males in journalism

• Demonstrate interest in journalism and media

The fellowship welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who align with the mission.

Application Timeline

Application Deadline:
March 15, 2026

Decision Notifications:
Early April 2026

Fellowship Dates:
June 8–14, 2026

APPLY HERE

Selection Process

Twenty students will be selected from a highly competitive national applicant pool.

Selection is based on:

• Demonstrated interest in journalism

• Alignment with the fellowship’s mission

• Academic progress

• Potential for impact in journalism

Board of Advisors

The fellowship is guided by respected leaders in journalism, including:

• Topher Sanders – Investigative Reporter, ProPublica

• Marc Lacey – Managing Editor, New York Times

• Robert Samuels – National Enterprise Reporter, Washington Post

• Brent Jones – SVP Training, Culture & Community, Dow Jones

• Anzio Williams – SVP Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, NBCUniversal Local

• Eric Deggans – TV Critic, NPR

• Skyler Henry – Correspondent, CBS News

• Chenjerai Kumanyika – Professor, NYU Journalism

• Pierre Thomas – Chief Justice Correspondent, ABC News

Learn more about the Ed Bradley Journalism Fellowship 2026 HERE.

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